What better way to kick off my first-ever EnviroBlog than to share some info I read recently about polyvinyl chloride (PVC), a type of plastic commonly known as "vinyl". Although it's among the most common plastics going, turns out it's really, really nasty stuff. In short, it's a good idea to avoid it...- Because its manufacture, use, and disposal involve dioxin, phthalates, lead, and other nasties that can cause cancer, endocrine disruption, endometriosis, birth defects, respiratory problems, and immune system damage.
- Because the full range of its effects on human health hasn't been fully determined.
- Because there are alternatives, including other types of plastic, that are not nearly as damaging to the environment and to our health.
The full article by Umbra Fisk (from whom I stole the above info) can be found here. Give it a read. Good information about some pretty bad stuff.
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